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Cook - Full Time - Flagstaff Veterans Home
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$34,751 / year median in Arizona
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Powerlink has an immediate need for a skilled Dietary Cook with a solid work history to join our Foodservice Operations team. Powerlink is a provider of Healthcare Integrated Services to Long-Term Care and Senior Living Facilities, throughout the United States, located in Warren, MI. We provide award-winning and highly successful solutions within the areas of Food and Nutrition Services, Environmental Services, Institutional Laundry Services and Facility Maintenance. Job Summary The Dietary Cook works under the supervision of the Culinary Manager and the Dietary Manager. The cook must have skills in food preparation, production control, inventory control, kitchen safety, sanitation, equipment use and cleaning/sanitizing, food safety, recipe adherence, therapeutic diets, and modified textured foods and liquids. . Assists the manager with ordering and receiving as necessary. The cook is responsible for maintaining a clean a safe work area and assisting dietary aides as necessary. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Minimum two (2) years of experience as a cook in long term care or other healthcare setting. Must be able to speak, read and write English to communicate effectively with others. Must be able to work weekends and holidays with flexible hours. Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures. Background in safety and sanitation compliance. Must be able to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to stand up to 10 hours a day. Must be local to Flagstaff, AZ and surrounding areas. Preferred Qualification Current ServSafe® certification or Food Handler certification.